5 sure signs your dog loves you

Dogs, our oldest friends

Historical research has shown that we've had a close bond with animals throughout human history. Especially dogs have been faithful pals for centuries.

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How can you tell if your dog loves you?

How do we know that our love for our four-legged friend is mutual? Read more in the next slides. We'll explain how the dog became our pet and how you can see that it loves you.

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Wolves in old Europe

The website Scientas cites a new study showing that European hunters and gatherers domesticated the wolf about 18,000 years ago. This animal was the predecessor of today's dog.

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Ancient wolves are the first dogs

Researcher Robert Wayne of the University of California, Los Angeles, explains that ancient European wolves were directly related to dogs. This does not apply to the more recent species of wolves.

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5 signs your dog loves you

These are the behavioral characteristics of a dog that loves its owners deeply.

1. Looking into your eyes

When your dog looks at you and looks straight into your eyes, it is a sign of deep-rooted love. This behavior is associated with breeds like Dachshunds, Sheepdogs, Golden Retrievers, and others.

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2. Being next to you

If your dog loves you, there is no place he would rather be than next to you. Unlike people, your dog doesn't need moments for himself. For him, the place next to his favorite person is the most beautiful place in the world.

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3. Comfortable on his own

Still, it's a good sign if the dog is comfortable by itself. Separation anxiety in dogs can be misinterpreted as a sign of love, but it's actually the opposite: they don't trust you to come back. If your dog can be comfortably alone, that's a positive sign. Even dogs who have lost someone in the past can remain calm when you leave.

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4. He protects you

Your dog shows concern and will protect you if he senses you are in danger. That's a sign of love. However, make sure he sees you as a leader and trusts your control over the situation. Act confidently to confirm this faith in you and avoid that he goes after any perceived threat alone.

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5. He cheers you up

Your dog has a strong instinct to sense your emotions. He will do anything he can to cheer you up and be close to you. Dogs can sense it when you're not feeling well and they will get closer. This clearly shows that your dog loves you.

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